The Ocean Race is a renowned sailing race around the world, recognized as one of the toughest team tests in professional sports. While not directly involved in space activities, the race organizers partner with companies like CLS to utilize high-resolution satellite data for iceberg detection, ensuring the safety of competitors in treacherous areas such as the Southern Ocean. This involves defining exclusion zones based on iceberg movements, demonstrating a unique application of space technology in support of a major sporting event. The Ocean Race highlights the intersection of extreme sports, maritime safety, and space-based monitoring.
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Inmarsat has an exclusive agreement to deliver advanced digital content capabilities, safety services, and onboard connectivity for The Ocean Race Europe 2021 and The Ocean Race 2022-23.
Inmarsat’s global mobile satellite L-band network will provide connectivity, safety, and tracking services for IMOCA 60 and one-design VO65 race yachts during The Ocean Race.